Marcel Bascoulard

Marcel Bascoulard (1925-1978) was a French artist, poet and writer. He was born in Bourges, France and spent most of his life living on the streets of the city. Bascoulard was known for his distinctive appearance, which included long hair, a beard, and wearing women's clothing.

Bascoulard's artwork consisted mainly of pencil and ink drawings, which often depicted fantastical and surreal scenes featuring his alter-ego, a character he referred to as "La Môme Néant" (The Girl of Nothingness). He also wrote poetry and short stories, which were published in various literary journals.

Despite his unconventional lifestyle, Bascoulard gained a following among the avant-garde artists of his time, and his works were exhibited in galleries and museums throughout France. Today, his artworks are held in the collections of several major institutions, including the Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris and the Centre Georges Pompidou.